Heather Kirby has worked with teens, tweens, young adults and their families for over 25 years in a variety of treatment and education settings. She uses a direct, compassionate and creative approach to connect with clients and draws upon alternative interventions (equine therapy, recreation, sand tray, music, and art) to effect life changes in those resistant to more traditional forms of therapy. In recent years, Heather has developed an expertise in working with transgender youth and their families. She runs a private therapy practice in Fairfax, VA where she offers individual, group and family therapy and trains mental health professionals in the nuanced treatment of gender identity issues in youth. Heather is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) and holds a Master’s degree in Special Education. She is a graduate of Melisa Pearce’s certification program in the Equine Gestalt Coaching Method™. In 2013, she published the award-winning book, “Wild At Heart: Adolescents, Horses and Other Kindred Spirits” in which she shares her unique perspective that adolescents and horses are very much alike.

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Mikami Puchon, LCSW (they/them) is an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapist who primarily works with adults on processing trauma; traumatic events; and current symptoms that create distress (including but not limited to: anxiety, depression).

EMDR is a therapy technique that focuses on the individual’s present concerns and functioning. This approach believes that past emotionally charged experiences are influencing present emotions; sensations; and thoughts about self. This processing helps work through these concerns with a rapid set of bilateral stimulation (eye movement; audio; and/or tactile sensations) that mirror REM (rapid eye movement) which occurs naturally when we are sleeping. It is not hypnosis.

Through bilateral stimulation, we work to “update” the memories to create a healthier and more grounded sense of self.

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Lisa is a certified Life Coach with KCCS and also the owner of Love Creek Coaching, based in Delaware. Her coaching practice is guided by the core competencies and ethics of the International Coaching Federation (ICF).

Lisa has a passion for coaching individuals as they navigate issues related to relationships, parenting, work and other of life’s challenges. Her approach helps clients connect to their core self in a way that feels safe, meaningful and has a lasting impact. Lisa employs a variety of tools in her practice but is always guided by the client’s goals and preferred approach.

Lisa graduated from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA. and then accumulated nearly 20 years of applied experience with individuals and families in animal behavior consulting and training. Lisa supported individuals and families that often came to her in crisis about their family dog. She discovered her talent for connecting with people, and discovered that, “For every dog that needed help, it was the shift in the human being that was the most effective tool.”

Lisa and her family recently moved to Delaware where she is adjusting to a slower pace of life. She is always up for an adventure and if it includes animals, she’s the first in line.

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